Kim Dungey

Take three sheds, mix in lots of vision and a little money, and the result is Gerry Thompson's house. Kim Dungey reports.

The ageing space invaders machine in the lounge still gets a work-out. Participants in the Dunedin longitudinal study have gathered around it every time they have been called back for a new round of tests.

Originally a Jewish synagogue, then home to another minority group - the Freemasons - this Dunedin building recently gained heritage recognition. Kim Dungey reports.

Ian Taylor's computer graphics business has gone global. Now he's been named a World Class New Zealander. Kim Dungey reports.

Men's sheds have always been a feature of the Kiwi garden. But now communal sheds popping up in town centres are as much about socialising as solitude. Kim Dungey peeks inside.

Ships are part of man's endeavour - exploration, trade, war, aid, immigration, transport and tourism - and the memories of them have become part of those who have been on board. Kim Dungey takes a look at 'Ship Shape', the Hocken Gallery's new exhibition.

New Zealand has a shocking child-abuse record but the social workers dealing with the heartache behind the headlines are a mystery to most people. Kim Dungey was given rare access to spend a day at Child, Youth and Family.

As the newer pursuit of leisure marching takes centre stage in Dunedin this weekend, a group of women have been reflecting on a time when competitive marching was at its peak. Kim Dungey reports.

This home on Otago Peninsula sits in its landscape with effortless composure, Kim Dungey reports.

Green pastures, rugged rocks and shimmering sea surround this home near Dunedin. Kim Dungey reports.

Farmers often get bad press for tarnishing our clean, green image but Kim Dungey meets some doing their bit to protect New Zealand's plant and animal life.

Instant approval. Low-income earners welcome. Money in your bank in one hour. Those are just some of the promises from the country's money lenders. Kim Dungey reports.

At a time when Christchurch is losing so many of its heritage buildings, a Dunedin project is re-creating a lost Victorian facade. Kim Dungey reports.

A mother has tidied the last resting place of her sons, writes Kim Dungey.

The Mana Pounamu awards this year recognised the achievements of another group of young Maori. Kim Dungey talks to some of those who have won in the past about changing perceptions.

A Lake Hayes house takes full advantage of its site, Kim Dungey reports.

An alpine retreat balances the needs of the owners with solutions for harsh winter weather, Kim Dungey reports.

New Zealand is a land perfect for growing trees. Kim Dungey talks to author Peter Janssen, who has been documenting the most characterful specimens.

Dunedin's Rugby World Cup games are over, so what's next for the city's controversial stadium? Kim Dungey talks to the man at the helm.